Islamic ArtTextiles-Rugssecond half 19th century

Storage Bag Fragment is a textiles-rugs created in second half 19th century using wool (warp, weft and pile), cotton (pile); asymmetrically knotted pile measuring H. 14 1/2 in. (36.8 cm) W. 46 1/2 in. (118.1 cm) โ€” now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumWool (warp, weft and pile), cotton (pile); asymmetrically knotted pile
DimensionsH. 14 1/2 in. (36.8 cm) W. 46 1/2 in. (118.1 cm)
ClassificationTextiles-Rugs
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineBequest of Joseph V. McMullan, 1973
Datesecond half 19th century

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Storage Bag Fragment?

Storage Bag Fragment is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Storage Bag Fragment created?

Storage Bag Fragment dates to second half 19th century.

What material is Storage Bag Fragment made from?

Storage Bag Fragment is crafted from wool (warp, weft and pile), cotton (pile); asymmetrically knotted pile.

Is Storage Bag Fragment in the public domain?

Storage Bag Fragment is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access ยท Last updated: April 2026

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